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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

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NextStageOfTheApplication

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    Has anyone applied for a direct TC with Shoosmiths at their London office?
    I applied for a direct TC with Shoosmiths - I did their psychometric test on Monday. From graduate recruitment’s email, it says that I should expect to receive the personalised report of my strengths a week after the test and they will be in touch separately about the outcome of my application no later than 6 pm on 12 June.
     

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    Ah I see, I wonder why. I planned to apply.
    I suspect it is to manage application numbers post SVS season - one downside of opening earlier in the summer is loads of people apply and then withdraw when they convert their VS or are successful in other direct TC processes.
     
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